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Malika in Morocco
MOROCCO CITY GUIDES
Discover everything you need to know about exploring Morocco's storied cities, including things to do, how to get there and the best time to visit


Nejjarine Museum of Wooden Arts & Crafts: A Cultural Highlight of Fes
An honest review of my visit to the Nejjarine Museum of Wooden Arts & Crafts in Fes - one of my favourite museums in Morocco's "Cultural...


Dar Batha: A Newly Reopened Museum of Islamic Arts in Fes
I’m just going to come out and say it - I think Dar Batha is one of the best museums in Morocco and certainly one of my favourites! But...


A Gastronomic Journey at the Moroccan Culinary Arts Museum in Marrakech
If there’s one place that took me by surprise on my most recent visit to Marrakech , it’s the Moroccan Culinary Arts Museum. To be...


The Essential Travel Guide to Kenitra: A Historic Military Port
Situated along the banks of the Sebou River, Kenitra is a historically significant port city in Morocco’s northwest, forming part of...


A Desert Crossroads: The Essential Travel Guide to Errachidia
Looking for the best things to do in Errachidia or highly recommended places to stay? Discover the ideal time to visit Errachidia, tips...


The Essential Travel Guide to Merzouga: The Saharan Gateway to Erg Chebbi
Looking for the best things to do in Merzouga or highly recommended places to stay? Discover the ideal time to visit the Sahara, tips for...


The Essential Travel Guide to M'Hamid El Ghizlane: The Saharan Gateway to Erg Chigaga
Looking for the best things to do in M'Hamid or highly recommended places to stay? Discover the ideal time to visit the Sahara, tips for...


Morocco's Jewish Heartland: The Essential Travel Guide to Sefrou
Often referred to as “Little Jerusalem”, Sefrou is a historic city to the southeast of Fes that is renowned for its Jewish heritage. It...


Guide to Visiting Volubilis in Morocco: Everything You Need to Know
Wondering how to visit Volubilis or what there is to see at this collection of ancient Roman ruins? In this article, I'll answer all of...


Rabat's Sister City: The Essential Travel Guide to Salé
Looking for the best things to do in Salé or highly recommended places to stay? Discover the ideal time to visit, tips for getting...


The Essential Travel Guide to Taliouine: Morocco's Saffron Town
Perched amidst the towering peaks and rocky landscapes of the Anti-Atlas Mountains is the small town of Taliouine, which is synonymous in...


A Riverside Escape: The Essential Travel Guide to Ourika
Looking for the best things to do in the Ourika Valley or highly recommended places to stay? Discover the ideal time to visit, tips for...


The Essential Travel Guide to Zagora: A Gateway to Timbuktu
Perched at the base of the Zagora mountain, this captivating desert town lies along the Drâa River in the Drâa-Tafilalet region of...


A Drâa Valley Oasis: The Essential Travel Guide to Agdz
Set amidst a spectacular expanse of desert terrain dotted with palm groves, the town of Agdz is located well off Morocco’s beaten tourist...


Morocco's Date Capital: The Essential Travel Guide to Erfoud
Famed as Morocco’s “Capital of Dates”, Erfoud is a Saharan oasis town that served as a film setting for "The Mummy" and "Prince of...


Morocco's Ceramics Heartland: The Essential Travel Guide to Safi
Located halfway between the seaside cities of El Jadida and Essaouira , Safi is a historic coastal city that remains somewhat unknown...


Ultimate Travel Guide to Taghazout and Tamraght
Since becoming a haven for hippies in the 1960s , the Moroccan village of Taghazout has steadily established itself as one of the world's...


Valley of Roses: The Essential Travel Guide to Kalaat M'Gouna
Looking for the best things to do in Kalaat M'Gouna or highly recommended places to stay in the Valley of Roses? Discover the ideal time...


Morocco's "Little Switzerland": The Essential Travel Guide to Ifrane
Nicknamed the “Switzerland of Morocco”, Ifrane is an atmospheric town that’s known for its alpine-style architecture and cool, temperate...


Morocco's Amazigh Heartland: The Essential Travel Guide to Tafraoute
Tucked away in the spectacular Ameln Valley, Tafraoute is an enchanting town overlooking fertile fields dotted with date, almonds and...


Morocco's Silver Town: The Essential Travel Guide to Tiznit
Located just inland from the coast in Morocco's southern Souss-Massa region, Tiznit is an atmospheric town that remains well off the...


An Imperial Gem: The Essential Travel Guide to Meknes
Looking for the best things to do in Meknes or highly recommended places to stay? Discover the ideal time to visit, tips for getting...


A Holy Town: The Essential Travel Guide to Moulay Idriss Zerhoun
Perched dramatically on the slopes of the Khyber and Tazga hills, Moulay Idriss Zerhoun is a sacred town and pilgrimage destination to...


8 Off-the-Beaten Path Morocco Destinations
If you’ve explored the souks of Marrakech , photographed the blue-hued city of Chefchaouen and climbed Jebel Toubkal , you might be...


Ultimate Travel Guide to Azemmour
Located where the Oum Er-Rbia meets the Atlantic Ocean, Azemmour is a charming riverside city to the north of El Jadida. It can easily...


Morocco's Mini Marrakech: The Essential Travel Guide to Taroudant
Looking for the best things to do in Taroudant or highly recommended places to stay? Discover the ideal time to visit, tips for getting...


A Historic Portuguese Citadel: The Essential Travel Guide to El Jadida
Looking for the best things to do in El Jadida or highly recommended places to stay? Discover the ideal time to visit, tips for getting...


Morocco's Mediterranean Escape: The Essential Travel Guide to Al Hoceima
Positioned where the Rif Mountains meet the Mediterranean Sea on Morocco’s north coast, Al Hoceima is a picturesque port and lively...


A Historic Andalusian Port: The Essential Travel Guide to Tetouan
Looking for the best things to do in Tetouan or highly recommended places to stay? Discover the ideal time to visit, tips for getting...


The Essential Travel Guide to Mirleft and Sidi Ifni: A Southern Beach Escape
Looking for the best things to do in Sidi Ifni or highly recommended places to stay in Mirleft? Discover the ideal time to visit and tips...


A Mountain Trekking Gateway: The Essential Travel Guide to Imlil
Looking for the best things to do in Imlil or highly recommended places to stay? Discover the ideal time to visit, tips for getting there...


Rabat vs Casablanca: Which City Should You Visit in 2025?
Located just one hour from one another on Morocco’s Atlantic coastline are the sister cities of Rabat and Casablanca . Despite their...


An Artistic Coastal Gem: The Essential Travel Guide to Asilah
Looking for the best things to do in Asilah or highly recommended places to stay? Discover the ideal time to visit, tips for getting...


Morocco's Laid-Back Capital: The Essential Travel Guide to Rabat
Looking for the best things to do in Rabat or highly recommended places to stay? Discover the ideal time to visit, tips for getting...
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